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Auburndale took care of business Friday night at home in a 38-7 win over rival Winter Haven.
Despite the win, Auburndale (6-3) could still be on the outside of the playoffs looking in with the No. 10 seed. Teams must finish in the top eight to get in the dance, but head coach Antonio Thomas needs his team to stay focused.
“…I feel good with the direction the program is going. We got to keep moving forward and just keep working and showing up every day. Keep working on the small things. Keep getting better at the little things,” Thomas said.
Auburndale running back Anthony Howard Jr. rushed for a touchdown and 122 yards, while Jordan Tarver ran a 53-yard punt return for a touchdown.
Defensively, there were two safeties caused by Eliah Dias, while cornerback Jijuan Russell registered an interception. Defensive tackle Chad McClain had a strip, a scoop-and-score and a 4-yard rushing touchdown on offense.
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Ridge Community 14, Davenport 0
Winning its second game in a row was Ridge (6-3), which leaned on junior running back Lavonski Tubbs, who rushed for 180 yards and a touchdown.
Quarterback Amari Allman was 5-for-9 for 82 yards and a touchdown, which was a 20-yard touchdown to tight end Tristan Allman.
Specially Fit 24, Haines City 22
Frostproof 28, Bayside 20
Frostproof (7-3) continued its excellent season thanks to the rushing of running back Donte Daniels, who scored the first two touchdowns of the night.
Then, running backs Charlie Plain and Landon Fuller joined in with rushing touchdowns of their own.
Santa Fe Catholic 33, Bell Creek 7
The Hawks (4-5) have won two of three thanks to a 33-7 blowout win at home Friday.
Quarterback Trevor Smith…
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Author : The Ledger
Publish date : 2024-11-02 05:19:37
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